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The Future of Nuclear Power – A Conversation with Christine Todd Whitman

The political debate on nuclear power has been stuck on the same debates for 30 years, but the technology has rapidly advanced. What is the outlook for the American nuclear industry? Technology advances will prove that tomorrow’s nuclear is far different from yesterday’s – but can politics catch up? Will Small Modular Reactors prove to be the future? Is there any hope of solving the political deadlock on waste? Governor Whitman will address these questions, and more.

EVENT INVITE – Egypt: Past, Present, and the Future – A Conversation with Dr. Mona Makram-Ebeid

A conversation with Dr. Makram-Ebeid will be taking place on December 2nd from 12:30-13:30 on the latest developments in Egypt. Egypt is one of the major countries throughout the Middle East that has been struggling with the aftermath of the Arab Spring in 2011. The recent domestic political changes have indicated the country is at a critical juncture and is currently trying to find a suitable governing structure. With a population of 85 million people, a strategic geographic position in the region, a struggle against terrorists in Sinai, and as the second largest recipient of foreign aid from and close ally to the United States, Egypt is an important country to watch and closely monitor. The upcoming events in the country will determine the governing and democratic foundations of the country and set precedent for successive generations­­­­—and perhaps the wider region.

EVENT – America’s Energy Choices for 2014

The way America uses and produces energy remains a hotly debated issue in Washington and around the country. We will discuss the various energy choices available to the United States currently and in the years to come.

EVENT – Fusion: Update on the International ITER Project

U.S. House of Representatives 2325 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC, US

Sustainable and controlled fusion power will provide safe, secure, and sustainable energy. Recent advances in research and technology are making fusion an increasingly viable source of energy for the future. Construction is underway right now, with US support, to build ITER, an experiment which will lead to the age of commercial fusion power.

Defense Budget in 2014: A Conversation with Russell Rumbaugh

Since sequestration and passage of the new budget the Defense Department has been adjusting to a reduced funding environment – and 2014 won’t be much different. The speaker will discuss the outlook for Pentagon spending in 2014.

Russell Rumbaugh is a senior associate at Stimson and director of its Budgeting for Foreign Affairs and Defense program. He is a widely recognized expert on the institutions, processes, and budgets of US national security

PENNSYLVANIA EVENT: Washington & Jefferson College Discussion on Climate Change and Energy in Regards to National Security

Washington & Jefferson College, Burnett Center 60 South Lincoln Street, Washington, PA, United States

Join us February 10, 2014 at 7pm on the campus of Washington and Jefferson College. In 2014-2015, the American Security Project (ASP) is undertaking a grassroots effort to build a consensus among Americans around the country from left to right, and especially among the non-political, that climate change is not simply a low-priority ‘green’ issue: but instead it is a pressing national security threat.

PENNSYLVANIA EVENT: University of Pittsburgh Discussion on Climate Change and Energy in Regards to National Security

University of Pittsburgh, Posvar Hall 230 South Bouquet Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Join us February 11, 2014 at 12:15pm on the campus of the University of Pittsburgh. In 2014-2015, the American Security Project (ASP) is undertaking a grassroots effort to build a consensus among Americans around the country from left to right, and especially among the non-political, that climate change is not simply a low-priority ‘green’ issue: but instead it is a pressing national security threat.

PENNSYLVANIA EVENT: VFW Dinner on Climate Change and Energy in Regards to National Security

West View VFW Post 2754 386 Perry Highway, West View, PA, United States

Join us February 11, 2014 at 6pm for a dinner at West View VFW Post 2754. In 2014-2015, the American Security Project (ASP) is undertaking a grassroots effort to build a consensus among Americans around the country from left to right, and especially among the non-political, that climate change is not simply a low-priority ‘green’ issue: but instead it is a pressing national security threat.